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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27
Centralia Loses Another Old Settler
in the Person of Alfred Noiseux.
Died at his Homo I'm Centralfa Wednes-
day Morning at O'Clock.

Last June while Mr.. Noiseux
was working on the addition he
was building to his hotel-the Key
City House--he was suddenly
taken sick. He rallied from that
attack yet he improved very slowly
until about six weeks ago when he
was taken worse again and was
confined to his bed. DR.. Witter
was called and found he had a
complication of stomach and liver
trouble. Everythinglknown to the
profession was donesfor the relief
of the patient He suffered In
tense pain for the past four weeks
when death relieved him on We'd
nesday morning at o'clock.
Mr.. Noiseux was an old pilot on
the Wisconsin river and did but
little else than run the river for
many years. He was known
among river men as French Fred"
and often was known by no other
name. He was accredited with
the honor Of being as good a pilot
as handled an oar on the Wiscon-
sin river. He came to these parts
from Canada about thirty years
ago, and has always been resi-
dent of Centralia ever since. His
sickness was the result of hard
ships endured and brought on
while running the river in former
years. For several years back he
was owner and proprietor of the
Key City House which had won
quite reputation among the river
men and labors of this section. It's
patronage was increasing with such
rapldity that he found it necessary
to add an addition the past year
nearly as large as the original
building, which he lived to see
completed.
Mr.. Noiseux had reached the
ripe age OF 5oyears. He leaves "a
wife and little girl 10 months old,
two brothers and four sisters in
Canada. One brother, Phelix
Noiseux, arrived from Canada
about six weeks ago and was with
him when he died.
The funeral services will take
place at the Catholic Church Fri
day morning the 27th inst, Rev.
Beyerle officiating,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27
President Cleveland and Marshfield

The following taken from the Marsh
field Times, purports to be the speech
that President Cleveland would have
made, had he passed through there on
his junketing tour. Perhaps that is
the kind of speech, the Marshfieldites
would have preferred from that source
on such an honored occasion:
Ladies and gentlemen: In swinging
round the circle [ have at last arrived
in your enterprising city which | view
with wonder not unmixed with admira-
ton for the pluck you have shown in
erecting from the ashes Of the past
magnificent city, of the future. Though
the devasting fire which laid in ashes
the heart of your city struck terror to
the many brave hearts and true [ see
gathered here to-day, yet were you not
dismayed, but at once set about repair
ing the loss and the many substantial
business blocks bear witness of the
earnestness with which you have labor
ed. You are to-day an American city
with all it's attributes of push, enter
prise and unimpeachable police courts.
am told that you have a longing to
become the capitol of Wood County.
May your hearts desire be gratified and
the expense of maintaining the Wood
county bridge be placed where it
belongs-upon the tax payers OF those
cities, Centralia and Grand Rapids.
Though having partaken of the twelve
-per-plate banquet in the village
of Milwaukee, been crushed by the mob
in Chicago and fished for suckers in
Lake Mendoza, [ am pleased to be with
and meet you on the broad plaine Oh
equality, and if there be those among
you who have been dropped a plum
from the Democratic tree, remember q
public Office is a public trust, and those
who trust, bust, and that life on the
ocean-but here the train started and
any further remarkes that may have
been made were drowned in the storm OF
applause that went up from thousand
throats and soured the milk for miles
around. An observing mortal however
saw Dan. Lamont wink at a pretty cir
on the platform as the President tried
to see the bottom of tumbler.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27
PITTSVILLE NEWS.

Miss Gala Mason, of Nasonville, visit
ed at the Jarvis House the fore part OF
the week.
Mrs. t. NJ. Law and daughter Estel1e,
of Dexterville Jet. accompanied by Mrs
Helen Warren and Mrs. T. A. Gilbert,
sisters of Mrs. Law, left for Chicago last
Wednesday evening, to visit among
friends and to attend the Exposition, al
so to hear Booth and Barret and take in
all the sights of the garden city.
Mr.. Chet Doud departed, Saturday,
for few days visit at Glendale. 1t is
whispered that he has gone to break the
shackles of bachelorhood, and will
return with one of Glendale's fairest
maidens as mistress of his heart and
home
Pensions have been granted Elmer
Eighme and F. E. McDougal, of this
place, by the Pension Department, dur
ing the past week.
News reached here last Thursday that
Mr.. j. P. Horton had been appointed
post master at Pittsville, vice L. Ward,
who sent in his resignation some months
since. The appointment was something
of a surprise to Mr.. Horton as well as to
the citizens, as it was not known that
he was in the field as candidate. Mr.
Horton says he sent in no application
for the position. This is another ex-
ample of the office seeking the man,
and as is usual in such cases, it found a
man eminently qualified in every way
to assume the exacting duties required
in post office in place of this sort.
The appointee is rising young man,
with host of friends and well wishers
throughout the county. And although
he has been in this place but a compara-
lively short time, he has gained the
respect of the entire community, as a
man of sterling integrity. The appoint
ment gives general satisfaction. The
office will undoubtedly be moved into
Doud, Son & Co.'S store as soon as
arrangements can be perfected. This
will undoubtedly carry with it more or
less trade, and is source of some un-
easiness to some Of our other merchants.
But the spirit manifested, we are glad
to note, is friendly, straightforward and
of a jocular nature, such as manly
rivalry should be.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27
Vesper Locals.

Oh the snow, the snow, the horrible
snow Arrived Saturday October %
times, in the year 1900 and froze to
death.
Mrs. P.J Cirkel, nee Alice G.. Scott, is
visiting her aunt Mrs j. w. Cameran.
Mrs. L. B. Stowell has been spending
few days with her daughter, Mrs. H.
w. Lord who is still a sufferer from
rheumatism.
Several strangers have visited Vespe1
during the past few days, most of whom
were interested in the purchase Of lum-
Der.
III. Sherry & Co. are making prepera-
tons for putting in large supply of logs
this winter.
Rag Bees are coming into fashion
again.
Geo. Rattelle has so far recovered as
to be able to attend to his business.
If you want to see fine display OF
toboggans, call at I'll. Sherry & Co.'S.
Miss Dora Miller made this city a
short visit on Saturday last.
Co-education prevails throughout the
University of Texas
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27
E. G. LYON-At Rest.

The last sad rites possible to
bestow in honor Of the deceased,
took place Friday afternoon in
this city, at Opera Hall, at 2
o'clock. The house was filled
with old friends of the family.
Rev. John Rowland, of Necedah,
formerly pastor of the Congl
Church in this city, preached the
funeral sermon. He took as his
text: eff man dies shall he live
again?" He found consolation
and comfort in these words for the
living, and proved conclusively
that man shall live again. His
sympathic and heart cheering
words were received with gratitude
and thanksgiving by the large
audience present. He appeared
on this occasion on account of his
personal acquaintanceship with
the deceased and his family. He
was glad of the opportunity to say
something in honor Of the depart
ed brother, with whom it always
gave him pleasure to spend a few
hours in conversation while living.
Too much could not be said of the
exemplary life he led, the attach
ment he held toward his family,
and the principals of character he
exhibited.
The services closed with a
beautiful anthem, ably rendered by
the Congl Church choir, after
which the friends were given an
opportunity to looks for the last
time upon the remains.
A long procession, consisting Of
S. carriages, followed the remains
to Forest Hill Cemetery where they
were laid away in their last resting
place.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27
Brace Up.

You are feeling depressed, your
appitite is poor, you are bothered with
headache, you are fgity, nervous and
generally out of sorts, and want to brace
up. Brace up, but not with stimulants,
spring medison. or bitters, which have
for their basis very cheap, bad whisky,
and which stimulate you for an hour,
and then leave you in a worse condition
than begore. What you want is an
alternative that will purify your blood,
start healthy action Of Liver and
Kidneys, restore your vitality, and give
medison you will find in Electric Bitters
and only 80 cents bottle at w. l..
Wood & Co.'S, drug store. 3
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27
Good for the Babies.

Miss Winnie Baker has been appointed
Matron of the infants home, in Milwau
kee The little ones are to be congratu-
lated upon the choice made. Many
young citizens of Merrill could testify
to the motherly care bestowed upon
them by Miss Baker, could they talk
[Lincoln County Advocate.
Miss Baker spoken of above used to be
resident of this city. Her many
friends here are glad to know the babies
in that home have her care, for they
will want nothing that it is possible fol
her to bestow.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27
The ! Fair Corner
Cracking, Smashing and
Pu|VeTizing Prices.

Hosting, Raising and Bouncing
the Standard Quality on goods.
Specimen bargains on few items
of Fall and Winter goods.
An ideal line of Ladies and
Gents handkerchiefs of all descrip-
tions for 5 and 10 cents.
Merrimack Prints the old relia-
bic only 6 cents.
Two Pair mems wool socks 25c.
Single pair Is cents.
An endless variety of Ties and
Scarfs at half our neighbors prices
from 25c up.
A big line of suspenders real
value for 25 and s. cents.
All wool Yack Lace, over four
inches wide, in all colors worth SO
cents per yrd, we are selling at SC
Heavy wool Mackinaw Tufted
mitts per pair 4oc.
Our Gem Lace pins, big drive,
less than soc on the dollar from
I5c up.
Canada Grey Heavy men shirts
and drawers, the best ever sold for
50 cents.
Ladies fine white vests and pants
a perfect beauty for 50 cents.
First-class unlaundried white
dress shirts, big drive for soc.
An endless. variety of silk hand
kerchiefs from 25c up.
Muff1ers Of all descriptions, big
bargains from soc up.
We have the best Canton flannel
in Wood county for Ioc.
Good fur Cap, real gem, for 81
Good white double blankets for
this cold climate at our place from
SIPS up.
Good heavy Rariton Beaver
overcoat for $500
A splendid black diagonal heavy
Ladies New Market Astrakhan,
trimmed the best, ever sold for s..
On our clothing we'll save you
money and give you wear.
We sell the best of rubbers and
overshoes as low as you can buy
inferior goods.
We carry by far the best and
cheapest line Of Dress Goods and
Groceries, and that means money
saved for you, by trading with the
reliable, FAIR CORNER, of
/ 7. c. ST. AMOUR'S,
Grand Rapids, Wis.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Probably no one thing has caused
such a general revival of trade at W. L.
Wood 4 Co.'S, drug store as their giving
away to their customers of so many free
bottles of DR.. Kings New Discovery for
Consumption. Their traid is simply
enormous in this very valuable article
from the fact that it always cures and
never disappoints. Coughs, Colds,
Asthma, Bronchitis, Group, and all
throat and lung disease quickly cured.
You can test it before buying by getting
trial bottle free. large size 81. Every
bottle warranted 3
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

/. Improvements are being made on the
back part of the Central Hotel. The
building used as a sample room hereto
fore, has been moved up adjoining the
the kitchen and will be used as a wash.
room. Just as soon as the lot line
between their property and that of Mr.
j. D. Witter is esta blished by the court
they will erect large sample room. Al
present they rent the store building
next to VIII Scott's Jewelry store for q
sample room.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Miss NJ. A. Hand, teacher among
the Mormans, will lecture in the Cong'l
Church Monday evening October 31st.
She will speak of the Mormans and her
experiences among them. Miss Hand
has lectured in most of the large cities
of the State, and has never failed to
greatly interest her audiences. This
will be special treat for the people OF
Grand Rapids and Centralia. Admission
free
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

The appointment of John Horton as
post master at Pittsville seems to be any
thing but satisfactory to the people
there, so we are informed from resi-
dents of that village. 1t seems that a
iberally signed petition was sent in by
the people irregardless of politics for the
appointment of F. S. Woodworth, but
this for some reason or other, did not
suit the leaders Of the democratic party
in Wood County, and through their
agent, Thomas Nash, who resides at the
seat Of government decreed otherwise,
and Mr.. Horton who has been a resi-
dent of that city only a few months
carried off the persimmons. A remon-
STRANGE with about 100 signers has been
sent in to headquarters protesting
against the appointment and asking a
reconsideration. The outcome will
probably be thai Mr.. Horton will be
post master if he so chooses.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Miss Belle Burroughs and Miss Vir-
ginia Springer each carried out keg OF
gunpowder from burning store during
the recent fire at New Martinsville, w
Va. The exploit was hazardous, as the
kegs were so hot that they could only be
handled when enveloped in wet cloths;
but the brave girls prevented a disast-
rO11S explosion
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

The present week we were p ermitted
to read letter written in 1871 by Nathl
Folsom, Maj. General, of New Hamp-
shire, to the Hon, Benjamin Bellows,
Brigadier General, of the same state
The paper upon which it was written
was coarse, something similar to the
pulp being manufactured III this city
only little finer in fiber. The letter
is the property of Mr.. G. F. Bellows
which has been passed down from his
Great Grand father. They are relics
when properly preserved-that may be-
come useful in after years
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Fred Brunkey, who has been away to
school at Waukesha, is back home again
looking well and hearty The lessons
learned there we hope will be of lasting
benefit to him.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27
Bucklen,s Arnfea saIve,

Tie best salve in the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum,
Fever Sores, litter, Chapped Hands,
Chilblains Corns, and al Skin Eruptions
and positively cures Piles, or no pay
required. 1t is guaranteed to- give
perfect satisfaction, or money refunded.
Price 25 cents per box. For sale by w.
l.. Wood & Co.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Mrs. Emma p. Ewing writes to the
Womans's Journal that she believes so
900 women could earn good living in
this country by the manufacture and
sale of homemade bread.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Some lady IN Wausau paid $1,000, for a
deep-sea Otter sacqae purchased from
Hansen's Empire Fur Factory, Milwau
kee. We will bet she is not the wife of
an editor there.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

If in need of statements, billheads or
any other printing, remember that the
REPORTER Office turns out hrst-class
work on short notice at the most reason
able prices.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27
He Thanks His Paper.

Mr.. Editor: was induced by reading
your good paper to try DR.. Harter's Iron
Tonic for debility, liver disorder and
scrofula, and three bottles have cured
me. Accept ny thanks. Jos. G. Boggs.-
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

L. A. Charboneau and family returned
to their home in Centralia Tuesday after
a two weeks visit with his people at
Mr. Charboneau has been out in Dakota
attending to his interests in the crops
on his farm which he had rented on
shares. Wheat went 3S bushels to the
acre
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

J. III. Pearson & Co., are doing a large
laundry business, and enjoy an increas-
ing trade in notions. When in need of
anything in their line call on them.
They are agreeable gentlemen to deal
with.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Mrs. Whitney, wife of the Secretary
Of the Navy, is said to intend establish
ing school for the training of domestic
servants in New York, and to be in cor
respondence with Miss Juliet Corson
about it.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Work has already commenced in re-
modelling the Witter Hall into sleeping
rooms for the Witter House. Mr..
Langdon has taken the contract for
wall and to do the plastering.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27
List of Let ters.

Remaining uncalled for in the post
Office at Grand Rapids, Wis, for the
week ending Oct. q, 1887.
Basch, Fred Namell, Eva
Delind, Christian Turrell, Albert
Gilmaster a. C. Williamson, Mrs VIM.
King Charley Woo, Mrs, Alice
KinSstOn, Samuel Wood Waiter
Persons calling for the above letters
will please say advertised
P. McCamley, P. II.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Notice is hereby given that the Odd
Fellows library is now in the hands of
Mr.. Gus Herschleb at his confectionery
store. Persons desiring good reading
can get it there for a mere pitance.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Elmer Payne a son of Silas Payne,
who has been absent from home for
several years returned Tuesday morn
ing. He was glad to get back on his old
tramDino ground
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

We see by the Stevens Point Journal
that the Central Wisconsin District Fair
stock held by S. B. Coleman has been
transferred to Messrs ]. D. Witter and
G.. j. Jackson, of this city.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

G. E. Pariseau, the Bon Marche'
merchant returned from the city mar
kets Wednesday morning where he
purchased nice line of goods for the
holiday trade. He also assorted up his
groceries and hardware. The patrons
of that popular establishment may look
for the arrival of large assortment OF
goods soon.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

From the Lincoln County Advocate
we learn that Mike McCarty & Co., are
doing an excellent business. Mike is a
good butcher and a tip top good fellow
and deserves fair share of the trade,
which he undoubtedly gets.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

We are in receipt of an invitation from
the Pittsville Lodge A. F. & A. NJ, to
attend Masonic party in thai city
Thursday evening October the 9th.
We are sorry that business prevents
our attending.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Let everybody turn out next Monday
evening and hear Miss Hands lecture
about the Mormans. Rev. G. H. Rich
ards, of Madison, said: ''She had lect-
ured twice in his church and he should
not have her again for fear she would
get his pulpit away from him"
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

HERE AND THERE.
THE BLUE STAND AT,
Am BON Marche.

An BON M 1rche
Mr.. J. w. Cochran is visiting his pa1
ents in Otto, n Y this week.
L. w. Holmes, of Friendship, was up
to meet his wife in this city last Tuesday.
DR.. Crawford and VIII Scott went out
on deer hunt Tuesday. That's ALL
f. MacKinnon made business trip
to Neenah, Menasha and Milwaukee
the past week.
J. D. Writer'S life insurance agency
4 $2os GOO Wednesday to the heirs OF
/. Aate sou, Harmon, of Pittsville.
oeu S;as . successful farmer from
,aoApp ace ocial caller at the Re-
sc ednesday.
@. of ,weH and daughter were
gaesN9 = Mr.. and Mrs. L. B. Stowell,
of this city the past week.
E. B. Brundage is back home again
after several weeks absence in Dakota
on visit to his parents.
Mr.. Eugene Quinnell, of Centralia,
has been visiting with friends in the
town of Lincoln, Adams Co.
J. O. Hebert says that be is selling his
gilt frames like hot cakes, Give him a
call sooD or they will all be gone.
= Searles Brothers captured seven deer
in two days the past week. They re-
port an excellent time bunting.
H. IL. Grace, former resident of this
city, now of Superior has been appoint
ed city attorney at that place.
Mrs. Hamm has already shipped
several car loads of potatoes to Chicago,
on which she nets a fair profit.
Mrs. G. F. Bellows is much improved
from the fall she received some time ago.
She is now able to be about the house.
Six inches of the Beautiful Snow
made its appearance on the 23d OF
October. The tingle Of the sleigh bells
were heard on Monday.
Word from Appleton Tuesday brought
no marked change in Mr.. Trains con.
dition. If any change. he was on the
gain.
Last Sundays snow storm covereG
about three hundred thousand bushels
of potatoes in Waupaca county that
were yet undug.
Mrs T. J. Cooper's host of friends
will be glad to learn that she is recover
ing quite rapidly from her late illness
She sits up part of the time.
Nj, Marinette, Congressman Stephensen's s
home, had 100000 fire the past week.
1t burned out three business blocks in
the heart of the city.
G. J. Jackson made business trip to
Wausau the past week. He looked after
the Jackson Milling Company's flour and
feed interests in that city.
We could hardly make our way into
Mrs. John Hamm's store on Tuesday on
account of the large amount of newgoods
just received.
w L. Scott and family have moved
up from his cranberry marsh and
now occupy the house lately vacated By
NJ ID. Lynn on quality row.
Mrs. Kate Townsend and her mother
Grandma Compton, departed Thursday
for Illinois where they will spend the
winter.
Captain Mennett and family are ex
pected home Saturday of this week.
after several weeks absence in st. Louis
among relatives and friends.
Cracking! smashingl and pulverizins
prices, is in order at st. Amour's Fai1
Corner 1t will pay you to read care
fully his new ad and visit the store 70,
real bargains.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

The public schoolsin in Leadville, Colo,
have been closed for year for the lack
of funds, although the town supports
eleven hundred saloons. Leadville is a
place where woman sufferage is badly
needed.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1887-10-27

Mrs. Mary A. Livermore conducted
the School of Patriotism in Milwaukee,
with distinguished success.